Reviews of the Samsung PN50B650
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CNET Review
The Good: Reproduces deep black levels; accurate color with superb saturation, properly handles 1080p/24 sources; uses less power than previous 1080p plasmas; extensive feature set with Yahoo widgets, network streaming and built-in content; solid connectivity with four HDMI and one PC input.
The Bad: Somewhat expensive; glitch in 1080p/24 mode causes picture setting change; frame's red coloration not for everyone; no S-Video inputs.
The Bottom Line: Samsung's PNB650 series can't quite match the best plasmas on the market, but it comes close enough to offer a viable alternative.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 86/100. Comparing these reviews to 208618 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 89/100 = Very Good.
Manufacturer: Samsung
Part number: PN50B650
General
- Product type Plasma TV
- Diagonal Size 50 in - Widescreen
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel with stand - 48.4 in x 11.4 in x 32.2 in x 84.2 lbs, Panel without stand - 48.4 in x 2.9 in x 29.8 in x 73.2 lbs
Display
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Analog Video Signal Composite video
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Additional Features Ultra FilterBright anti-glare technology, CinemaSmooth technology, Medi@2.0, USB 2.0, ToC design, Internet TV
TV Tuner
- Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
- Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Video Features
- Video Interface HDMI, Component, Composite
- HDTV Ready Yes
Audio System
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Sound Effects SRS TruSurround HD
- Audio Controls Balance, Bass, Treble
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
- Additional Features On-screen display
Connections
- Connector Type 3 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 2 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Side, 1 x Ethernet ( RJ-45 ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear
- PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital photo playback, Digital video playback
- Connectivity Wired
- Connectivity Protocols USB
Memory Card Reader
- USB Port Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
Power
- Power Device Power supply
- Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star
Miscellaneous
- HDCP Compatible Yes
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width (Shipping) 59.8 in
- Depth (Shipping) 11.4 in
- Height (Shipping) 34.4 in
- Weight (Shipping) 99.2 lbs
Sustainability
- CNET Labs: Operational power consumption 252.04 Watt
- CNET Labs: Calibrated power consumption 290.46 Watt
- CNET Labs: Power Save Mode power consumption 150.99 Watt
- CNET Labs: Power consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.18 Watt
- CNET Labs: Estimated Annual Energy Cost 54.44 US Dollars
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
- Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 6.9
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$1139.99 |
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- Sears.com $1239.99 | In stock: yes
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